allay
🇬🇧 UK/ә'lei/🇺🇸 US
GREC2
Definitions
v.
To reduce the intensity of fear, pain, or worry; to calm or relieve
减轻,缓和;使平静
🧩 Root Breakdown
Native Englishallayother
=allay
Common Collocations
- 1.allay fears消除恐惧
- 2.allay concerns消除顾虑
- 3.allay doubts消除疑虑
Example Sentences
- 1.
The doctor's reassuring words allayed the patient's fears about surgery.
- 2.
The doctor's reassurance allayed her anxiety.
- 3.
The announcement failed to allay public concerns about safety.